1956 Skoda 440 vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1959 Triumph Herald is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Skoda 440 (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 440 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Skoda 440 (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Skoda 440 | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | 440 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 29 L |
